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  • October 31Senior Layla Giordano Commits to Princeton University for Track
  • October 24Senior Kevin McMahon Wins Football Team's Man of the Year Award
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June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
The Latest—School, TSA, DECA, and Marching Band
The Latest—School, TSA, DECA, and Marching Band
November 16, 2023
The Latest–Girls Soccer and Football fall in Sectional Championship
The Latest–Girls Soccer and Football fall in Sectional Championship
November 13, 2023
Boys & Girls Soccer Compete at Sectionals, Football Advances to Sectionals, and Volleyball Concludes Season
Boys & Girls Soccer Compete at Sectionals, Football Advances to Sectionals, and Volleyball Concludes Season
November 8, 2023
The varsity debate team poses for a photo after returning from their River Dell High School competition
The Latest—Debate, National Honor Society, Marching Band, and Art Department
October 31, 2023
The Latest–Boys Soccer Reaches to Sectional Semifinals, Football Advances to Sectional Semifinals, and Field Hockey Concludes Season
The Latest–Boys Soccer Reaches to Sectional Semifinals, Football Advances to Sectional Semifinals, and Field Hockey Concludes Season
October 30, 2023
NVOT Gives Back
NVOT Gives Back
November 20, 2023
NVOT and Seisa High School students create origami together
From Japan to Jersey
November 8, 2023
SAT Goes Digital
SAT Goes Digital
November 1, 2023
Color guard performing routine
Drumroll, Please…
October 12, 2023
The Golden Knight Statue decorated for the occasion
Golden Knights Galore
September 18, 2023
The Top 10 Thanksgiving Foods
The Top 10 Thanksgiving Foods
November 22, 2023
What type of sports fan is the absolute WORST?
What type of sports fan is the absolute WORST?
October 11, 2023
More Than a Week
More Than a Week
October 9, 2023
How to Ruin a Website
How to Ruin a Website
October 8, 2023
Your “Official” Guide to Life at NVOT
Your “Official” Guide to Life at NVOT
September 19, 2023
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This years 2020 election sparks debate with the countrys high schoolers.
Should the Voting Age Be Lowered to 16?
October 26, 2020
Fall Back... Into Seasonal Depression?
Fall Back… Into Seasonal Depression?
November 6, 2019
Word vs. Docs
Word vs. Docs
January 29, 2019
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
December 21, 2018
America must prioritize unity in order to reach its full potential.
Unity
June 22, 2021
Our school community must step up and stand against anti-Asian discrimination.
Not America’s Punching Bag
May 16, 2021
While Black History Month may be coming to an end, we must always honor the efforts and accomplishments of Black Americans.
Black History Month: Honoring Marsha P. Johnson
February 26, 2021
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
February 11, 2021
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Womans Fight
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight
February 5, 2021
The cast of The Diary of Anne Frank performing to the audience in the round
From Page to Stage
November 22, 2023
Grateful Glam
Grateful Glam
November 22, 2023
She Never Goes Out Of Style
She Never Goes Out Of Style
November 7, 2023
Creepin’ it Real with Halloween Disney
Creepin’ it Real with Halloween Disney
October 31, 2023
The Lance’s Top 10 Scariest Scenes In Horror Movie History
The Lance’s Top 10 Scariest Scenes In Horror Movie History
October 31, 2023
She Never Goes Out Of Style
She Never Goes Out Of Style
November 7, 2023
We Weren’t Ready For It
We Weren’t Ready For It
October 27, 2023
A bittersweet goodbye to the block.
Review: On My Block Season 4
October 8, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo sweeps the charts.
“SOUR” is Pretty Sweet
June 21, 2021
A book to keep you busy this summer.
Review: Daisy Jones & The Six
June 10, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
October 31, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
September 18, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
May 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
February 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
December 6, 2022
Six sweeet holiday treats, recipes courtesy of the guidance department.
The Lance Tries: Guidance’s Favorite Holiday Desserts
December 13, 2021
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.
The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends
April 30, 2021
Olivia Genco takes on roller skating for a week
The Lance Tries: Roller Skating
June 9, 2020
Lines form in front of Popeyes as customers wait for chicken sandwiches
The Lance Tries: Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich
December 20, 2019
Setting out to eat Kalbi.
The Lance Tries: Korean Barbeque—Phoods, Photos, and Phozilla
March 29, 2018
Slime makes its way back into the hands of high schoolers.
The Lance Rewind: Slime
September 28, 2021
The Rainbow Loom Bands
The Lance Rewind: Rainbow Loom
March 16, 2020
Josh Lee
The Lance Rewind: ASK.fm
January 29, 2018
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
March 3, 2017
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
October 21, 2016
The Lances Hot Takes 8
The Lance’s Hot Takes 8
September 27, 2023
The Lance’s Hot Takes 7
The Lance’s Hot Takes 7
June 21, 2023
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2023
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2023
May 4, 2023
Credit: Audrey Hansen
Hot Takes: Coachella 2023
May 1, 2023
The Lances Hot Takes 6
The Lance’s Hot Takes 6
March 24, 2023
Fashion Knight of the Month: Jennifer Fernandez
Fashion Knight of the Month: Jennifer Fernandez
June 1, 2023
Fashion Student of the Month: David Lee
Fashion Student of the Month: David Lee
May 3, 2023
Laura Fernandez poses with Jennifer Fernandezs students.
Politician on the Premises
April 17, 2023
Bailys style has developed significantly from her freshman year— going from basic to refined.
Fashion Student of the Month: Kyra Baily
March 31, 2023
Kyra Baily and Ava Gallucci bond over being dance captains for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.
Dirty Rotten Dance Captains
March 23, 2023
Brandon Gregory
Brandon Gregory
May 17, 2023
William Curts
William Curts
May 17, 2023
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
May 5, 2023
Daniella Ashbahian
Daniella Ashbahian
May 5, 2023
Michael Santa Cruz
Michael Santa Cruz
May 5, 2023
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 11
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 11
November 16, 2023
The Latest–Girls Soccer and Football fall in Sectional Championship
The Latest–Girls Soccer and Football fall in Sectional Championship
November 13, 2023
Boys & Girls Soccer Compete at Sectionals, Football Advances to Sectionals, and Volleyball Concludes Season
Boys & Girls Soccer Compete at Sectionals, Football Advances to Sectionals, and Volleyball Concludes Season
November 8, 2023
Scoring to Sectionals
Scoring to Sectionals
November 3, 2023
Coach Landeck during her 500th victory game
Serving Up Success
November 3, 2023
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 23, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 16, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 10, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of April 25
May 2, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports — Week of April 18
April 25, 2022
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 11
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 11
November 16, 2023
Fantasy Week 9
Fantasy Week 9
November 2, 2023
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
October 25, 2023
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
October 19, 2023
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 6
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 6
October 12, 2023
The Lance March Madness Competition
The Lance March Madness Competition
March 16, 2023
March’s Maddest Moments
March’s Maddest Moments
April 8, 2022
After the buzzer rang, Steffner sprinted to the scorers table. She said, It felt necessary to celebrate in that fashion and make sure the 95% of the fans who were screaming at us, remembered us.
Be (Del)Aware of the Mother Hen
April 5, 2022
Celebrity Couple Madness
Celebrity Couple Madness
April 1, 2022
Some of the logos of teams in the tournament.
NON-(LOGO)ICAL March Madness Picks
March 17, 2022
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Sophie Atalla

Sophie Atalla, Features Editor

Hi, my name is Sophie, I am a senior, and I've been writing for The Lance for three years! I love shopping, reality TV, and I think Hulu is better than Netflix. I also work at a pet groomer and get to give dogs baths all day!

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[Photo] Fantasy Week 9

November 2, 2023
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[Photo] Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7

October 19, 2023
Junior Elan Ofeck tries to pick off a base runner on a throw from pitcher Grant Maryott.

[Photo] Baseball State Tournament Round 1 Photo Gallery

June 2, 2022
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by your PR editors.

The Lance’s Hot Takes 4

Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, Sophie Atalla, and Amelia Murphy
May 12, 2022
Brooke Wilkins, Jola Olutiola, and Alexa Essmann swapped with social studies teacher Christine Massaro.

[Photo] Seniors Swapped

April 13, 2022
Keep up with the latest celebrity gossip.

The Lance’s Hot Takes 3

Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Sophie Atalla
April 13, 2022
Celebrity Couple Madness

Celebrity Couple Madness

Sophie Atalla, Gianna Benasillo, Olivia Klein, and Amelia Murphy
April 1, 2022
Senior Ella Weiss came to school in a bikini (kind of) for vacation day.

[Photo] Spirit for Wellness

November 20, 2021
Senior Tyler DeGrandpre feeling cool with a cooler for Anything-but-a-Backpack-Day

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Senior Brielle Kaiser swaps her backpack for a Shop Rite basket.

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Senior Nick Conticello looking clean as Mr. Clean.

[Photo] Halloween Post-Quarantine

October 30, 2021
A few of Chongs viral Tik Toks raising awareness about modern slavery.

Making a Difference One TikTok at a Time

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
May 1, 2021
The schedule change will go into effect April 8.

Breaking News: Schedule changes

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
March 30, 2021
How can Gen-z fight child labor_

The U.S. Profits From Child Labor—and Gen Z is Starting to Notice

January 31, 2021
Kamala Harris is the first woman of color to serve as Vice President of the United States.

A Victory for the History Books

Sophie Atalla, Nicole Sigismondi, and Ashley Silva
December 21, 2020
Easy Christmas DIYs

Easy Christmas DIYs

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
December 4, 2020
AOC finds out she is the impostor and must kill her crewmates to win.

There’s a Congresswoman Among Us!

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
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[Photo] Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7

October 22, 2020
RBGs legacy can be seen in many different ways--and publications.

The Notorious R.B.G

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
October 19, 2020
Hannah Jung, junior, Korea: Our traditional clothing is unique—people might not know that because they are not worn regularly, it’s only worn on special holidays and marriage.

Around the Globe, Around the Gym

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
Ciara Leddy, senior, France: As president of french club with Eve Foote, I think that we thought that it was very important since we are head of French club, that we could also continue doing French Club at Diversity Day. I think it’s important that we continue to learn about French, and about other cultures through Diversity Day, and we continue our experience off of our club.

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Joseph LaVine, senior, Lebanon: My country is smaller than most states, as its smaller than New Jersey, in both population and size, but I think my favorite thing about Lebanon is just the food, because there is so much food that’s just so unique, and I pretty much live off of the food whenever I eat.

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Gabriela Mullaney, junior, Guatemala: Guatemala has a lot of really tropical places and it’s nickname is the land of the eternal spring.

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Politics have become increasingly common in political speeches

And the Award Goes to… Politics!

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
February 7, 2020
The Lances writers celebrate their favorite parts of the holiday season.

Five Christmas Horror Movies That Are So Bad You Need to See Them

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
December 17, 2019
Metamorphoses actors bow at the end of the performance

Metamorphoses Makes a Splash!

Sophie Atalla, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
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  • October 31Senior Layla Giordano Commits to Princeton University for Track
  • October 24Senior Kevin McMahon Wins Football Team's Man of the Year Award
  • October 13Senior Abigail Dennis commits to Harvard for Track

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